The original Hale building burned down in 1963 and was rebuilt in 1964. [9] In 2010, a summer theatre camp was started at the high school to help students from the three towns get to know each other. According to the job posting for Downing's interim replacement, the appointment will begin on July 1 and end June 30, 2022. Clenchy was one of three finalists interviewed April 12 by Nauset's joint school committee, which includes members of the regional committee and of Union 54, which represents the elementary school committees in the four Nauset towns. Ed Maroney, Brooke Clenchy is the choice for interim superintendent of the Nauset Regional School District. For faster navigation, this Iframe is preloading the Wikiwand page for Nashoba Regional School District . ED MARONEY PHOTO. Nashoba school superintendent search committee application work to continue, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Getting students back into the classrooms focused on two sides of the spectrum: Kindergarten and high school. Superintendent's Reports; Nashoba Notable Awards; Upcoming District Meetings. Superintendent's Contract; Stipend Schedule; Substitute Teaching; Unit A Evaluation Procedure; Nutrition Services; Pupil Personnel Services. The schools and their approximate enrollments are as follows: The district employs approximately 225 certified regular education staff and 80 certified special education staff. Brooke Clenchy will become the Nauset Regional School District's interim superintendent on July 1. Home; Departments . The district is committed to providing ongoing relevant professional development activities for all teachers. Beth Choquette, the principal at the Bridge Street School in Northampton, a position she has held since 2012; her original classroom experience was as a music teacher; Kirk Downing, currently the assistant superintendent of teaching, learning and innovation at the Natick Public Schools, a job he has held since 2018; and. Prior to that, she led and taught in schools in Canada. For that search, the superintendent was put on leave and an interim was chosen to fill the position, a part of the job Codianne said she hopes to avoid; she was the person responsible for finding the interim last time. In other business, the committee approved signing the design enrollment certification for the Mass. [12] In October, the next month, the state put the finances of the district under the control of the state government due to a $3.4 million deficit. "There is never an easy time to leave a job," Clenchy wrote. More than 1,400 people respond to survey to change Nashoba mascot, Nashoba School Committee votes to retire Chieftain logo, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. It is clear that the Districts students always come first in your minds and your actions. 2. Log In. Major new investments in professional development We created District Improvement Plans to further professionalize and formalize our educator professional development program. The academy closed down about twenty years later, likely because the other area schools had improved in quality. Parents would be chosen from a lottery after they qualify under the different categories. Kathleen Boynton was chosen from three finalists. The committee is also meeting on Thursday, May 27, at 7 p.m., to deliberate. The groups quoted prices of $9,500, $12,966 and $19,500 respectively. I look forward to leading NRHS and serving the students and families of Bolton, Lancaster and Stow.. [10], The district also includes education programs for preschoolers. 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The Nashoba School Committee issued a press release Wednesday night. Just as she began, for example, asbestos and lead paint were discovered in the Bolton buildings. I believe I am leaving the District in a strong and healthy position, which should be the goal of any superintendent. This ensures that our teachers have access to the latest tools and techniques to educate our students. These small schools only taught up to a middle school education. During her nearly five-year tenure leading the district, Clenchy made critical investments in district facilities and infrastructure, spearheaded an effort to replace or overhaul the Nashoba Regional High School building, implemented free full-day kindergarten, and enhanced professional development initiatives for staff. A total of 208 will be driving themselves and 131 dropped off, with 10 walkers. Then, as students enter the classroom, teachers will spray them again and students will wipe down the desks again. The area is also home to excellent golf courses, both public and private. The district is studying getting kindergarteners back into classrooms and this week sent a survey out to parents. In March, 1953, Stow withdrew from the district, although it later rejoined. Nashoba Public Schools. It has taught us that we can leverage technology to deliver education that is comparable to in-person learning.". Getting Started. The Nashoba Regional School District is comprised of two elementary schools, one PK-8 school, two middle schools, and one high school. Clenchy has led Nashoba since 2016. "She said they have time (using the 2016 schedule of hiring a superintendent before June) to do a good search," Codianne said. She has extensive experience as superintendent of several other systems and was one of two senior associate commissioners of the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education . Clenchy also worked for the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education from 2014 to 2016. 50 Mechanic Street, Bolton, MA 01740; 978.779.0539 . They then reworked the application form. Its fitting that our community has chosen Wolves whose packs are known for their teamwork as well as their individual strengths as the new symbol of Nashoba Regional High School., More:More than 1,400 people respond to survey to change Nashoba mascot. Superintendent's Office Business and Finance Facilities Health Services Human Resources Nutrition Services Pupil Personnel Services Teaching and Learning Technology School Committee School Committee Members School Committee Members Terms of Office Calendars 2022-2023 SC Planning Calendar 2022-2023 School Year Calendar From inspiring speakers, including our very own Nashoba graduates and faculty, to interactive workshops, we'll explore new ideas, techniques, and innovative practices to deepen our understanding and hone our craft in a collective effort to bring our Strategic Plan to life and create an even stronger learning experience for our students. A letter is being sent out, Wednesday, March 16, Chairman Kathy Codianne said, to parents after the committee met March 15 to finalize the letter and an application form. 1. "In his interview, he stated Nashoba is fertile ground ripe with nutrients and he feels he'd be a good fit for us.". School Building Authority, the next step as the district moves toward a new high school with state funding contributing to the project. Clenchy came to Nauset from the Nashoba School District, where she was hired as superintendent in 2016. She has extensive experience as superintendent of several other systems and was one of two senior associate commissioners of the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). It takes a village, as the saying goes, and what a wonderful village we have in NRSD.. Superintendent's Office Business and Finance Facilities Health Services Human Resources Nutrition Services Pupil Personnel Services Teaching and Learning Technology School Committee School Committee Members School Committee Members Terms of Office Calendars 2022-2023 SC Planning Calendar 2022-2023 School Year Calendar The announcement came fromNashoba Regional School District Superintendent Brooke Clenchy. Menu. "While we are disappointed to lose a leader with such energy and passion, we appreciate Brooke's years of dedication and service to the students and families of Bolton, Lancaster and Stow, and her commitment to our mission to education all students to their fullest potential in a safe, caring environment so that they may become critical, creative, reflective thinkers and positive contributors to the global community.". Eventually, Horesh and Cohen agreed to vote for Downing, allowing him to be selected as the new superintendent. Clenchy said they are focused on kindergarten because that is when students are learning to read, plus it is an easier discussion if the district does not have to worry about time on learning; that criteria, set by the state, begins at grade 1. A weekly community newspaper serving Stow, Mass. I thought he was very reflective honest and transparent I liked his connection with kids. Superintendent of Schools Brooke Clenchy will be resigning at the end of the current academic year. On April 12, Clenchy was named the interim superintendent of the Nauset schools. Here are the accomplishments over the last five years about which I am proudest. [8] Even after the district grew to encompass students starting in kindergarten, pre-highschool students had little exposure to students from the other towns in the district, other than through programs like sports camps, like the Nashoba Summer Baseball Camp, which was founded in 2002. The process included the chairman asking members if they wanted some individual questions included or not, using a thumbs up to the straw vote, though the members were not visible to the public view of the meeting on YouTube to determine who voted for or against each. Prior to becoming principal at Reading Memorial, she was assistant principal at Bedford High School and earlier held teaching roles at both Brookline High School and Brockton High School. The Nashoba district, which includes Bolton, Lancaster, and Stow, was to appear this week before the MSBA to move a building project to the feasibility stage. A committee of administrators and teachers sets the agenda for all early release days, professional development days, and a professional development newsletter. PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBIN DUBIS ZIBRAT. By: Also included was the resignation letter sent to the School Committee by Clenchy. [13] The district got a new superintendent, Michael Wood, to help the district financially recover. ORLEANS Pending contract negotiations, Nashoba Regional School District Superintendent Brooke Clenchy will serve as interim superintendent of the Nauset Regional School District for the 2021-22 school year. That search process began in January. Our application is moving through the Massachusetts School Building Authority funding process. Busing is still a "huge question," with 204 students (or approximately 102 per cohort) needing buses. There is never an easy time to leave a job. The district is run by the superintendent and assistant superintendent, who answers to an eleven member school board, which is made up of citizens of the three towns that the district serves. ($ 125,000), Minuteman Regional Vocational Technical School District ($ 110,000), Nashoba Valley . HEARD analyzed the data and narrowed the list to 12 possible options. (Photo courtesy Brooke Clenchy) After just a couple of years in that role, she was tapped to fill an acting director's position the U.S. equivalent of superintendent overseeing several community schools in her district. I am so grateful to the outstanding employees across the district, including principals and assistant principals, teachers, librarians, aides, administrative staff, custodians and so many others. The Nashoba Regional School Committee is expected to initiate a professional search for Clenchys replacement and will be discussing that at its Feb. 10 meeting. In accordance with that contract, her resignation is scheduled to take effect at the end of the current academic year. 1:00 BOLTON - Three candidates - including a familiar face - have been named finalists for the Nashoba Regional School District superintendent position. The names were announced Wednesday night. Students came to this school from across Massachusetts, New England, as well as Louisiana, Maryland, and what would later become Canada. NASHOBA 978-779-0539 WWW.NRSD.NET superintendent@nrsd.net Bill Cleary, Director of Facilities Tania Rich, Director of Athletics . 439670 Hwy 144 East Nashoba, Oklahoma 74558 Phone: 918-755-4343 Fax: 918-755-4418. Child Find; The Nashoba Regional School Committee has voted to accept Superintendent Michael Wood's resignation effective June 30, 2016. Related Links: Nashoba Valley Regional Vocational Technical. She makes people feel comfortable, yet you know shes in charge., Schumacher noted that Clenchy has direct experience with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), is familiar with school choice, has experience working with and mentoring principalsand has also worked with DESE. Current Nashoba Superintendent Brooke Clenchy, who has held the post since August 2016, announced she was resigning in February, with her final day being May 28. In a press release sent to local media, the Nashoba Regional School District announced that Superintendent Brooke Clenchy has tendered her resignation, effective at the end of this school year. In addition to her academics, Clack has worked with a couple of her friends to form a non-profit organization, Cones for the Climate, to promote environmental change and raise money for environmental groups, including OAR. . "I am so grateful to the outstanding employees across the district, including principals and assistant principals, teachers, librarians, aides, administrative staff, custodians and so many others," Clenchy said in her resignation letter. [23] In 2015, the district started a program that provided all eighth graders with Chromebooks in order to enhance the learning experience for students. A stakeholder survey was posted via social media and on the schools website in December where students, families, alumni, faculty, and community members had the opportunity to voice their ideas for the new mascot. The process was guided by a Mascot Committee composed of administrators, teachers, coaches, alumni, and high school students. BOLTON The process of selecting a new superintendent of schools is moving toward selection of a screening committee. I think its fair to say that the faculty, staff and especially students are excited about this decision to create a mascot and team name that everyone can embrace, stated Interim Principal Steve Cullinane. "I began in this role five years ago, when things in the DIstrict were somewhat unsettled and many issues loomed over its future," Clenchy wrote in her letter of resignation to the School Committee chairman. at The Cape Cod Chronicle, 60C Munson Meeting Way, New Owners: Expect Retail Business In Former Flower Shop, New Owner Looks To Build Upon Nauset Farms Success, Monomoy Theatre Owner Sues Town; Seeks Reversal Of Orders Denying Houses, Too Soon To Plan For Bridge Replacements, Lower Cape Officials Say. According to the 2016 documentation (when Clenchy was hired), the search takes three to six months. Downing, who starts his new job on July 1, has worked in the Natick district since 2019. With a strong sense of accomplishment of the work that my team and I have done in collaboration with the School Committee, I submit my resignation as Superintendent of the Nashoba Regional School District effective at the end of the 2020-21 academic year. [7], In first couple of decades of the district, it only served students from grades 9 through 12, with younger students in elementary superintendency union districts. Association of School Committees), NESDEC (National School Development Council) and Hazard, Young, Attea and Associates. [18][19] Another space saving measure has been to add portable classrooms. Other work experience includes superintendencies in Ashland (2012-14) and Winchendon (2008-12) as well as a district in Washburn, Maine (2003-07). 1 Issue 1 See the first edition of The Stow Independent: April 4, 2007, Driver charged with OUI after vehicle crashes into Stow house, Stow Police DepartmentInvestigating Antisemitic Vandalism. The Nashoba school district serves Bolton, Stow and Lancaster. I began in this role five years ago, when things in the District were somewhat unsettled and many issues loomed over its future. 100 Littleton Road. The Nashoba School Committee issued a press release Wednesday night. When the Ayer Shirley Regional School District School Committee met on Feb. 15, it revisited a topic that hasn't received much airtime: Submitting a statement of . Zane Razzaq writes about education. A poll of members found support for all three candidates, which led to a discussion of how their particular qualities best suited the position. Initially teaching was done in private houses, but in 1733, three school-houses were built. Implementation of full-day kindergarten across the district This was a long-sought priority for parents and it required the alignment of major financial and logistical resources. . A new or dramatically upgraded Nashoba Regional High School will be the capstone of these efforts. She was also previously superintendent in the Ashland and Winchendon school districts. Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. [3] The new high school had an innovative "Curriculum Materials Center" that had a focus on electronic media, which was new at the time. The Cape Cod Chronicle is an independent weekly newspaper covering the towns of Chatham, Harwich and Orleans, Massachusetts, on Cape Cod. Clenchy became the. [20], In 2012, the district began hiring part-time armed school resource officers to work part time in the high school to help both educate the students in safety and directly protect students from threats. Noting that he was a teacher who rose through the ranks, she said, He reminded me of someone we have in the position now., Regional committee member John OReilly said he had scored Daly a little bit better on her interview answers than Clenchy, who was a very close second. He made the motion to offer the job to Clenchy. Early students in the area that would eventually become the district were usually taught privately, often by the minister. She was the first person who said, Brooke, you take this little group of students over here, and I want you to work them on this. 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